Elk Ridge Middle vs Mountain Creek Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Utah, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk Ridge Middle
South Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,151 students
Mountain Creek Middle School
South Jordan · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,313 students
| Measure | Elk Ridge Middle South Jordan, Utah | Mountain Creek Middle School South Jordan, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 141 | #35 of 141 |
| National rank | #5475 of 15,369 | #5292 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 1,151 | 1,313 |
| Enrollment | 1,151 | 1,313 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | South Jordan | South Jordan |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (60.0 vs 60.9).
- •Mountain Creek Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.1% vs 18.2%).
- •Elk Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 23.9).
- •Mountain Creek Middle School is the larger school with 1,313 students compared with 1,151.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elk Ridge Middle better than Mountain Creek Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Elk Ridge Middle and Mountain Creek Middle School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between South Jordan and South Jordan in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Ridge Middle: 1,151. Mountain Creek Middle School: 1,313. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Ridge Middle and Mountain Creek Middle School rank in Utah?
Elk Ridge Middle is 41st of 141 and Mountain Creek Middle School is 35th of 141 among middle schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).